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Ford launches app developer challenge to improve consumer understanding of personal fuel efficiency

Green Car Congress

OpenXC is an open-source platform developed by Ford for research applications, and consists of a software and hardware development kit that enables access to a wide array of vehicle data that may be used as inputs to apps. Over the next several months, developers will have the opportunity to develop and submit software applications.

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How to Get a Plug-In Hybrid

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

If youre an engineer or an advanced do-it-yourselfer who is comfortable around high voltage batteries and automotive workshops, you can join the discussion and the project! The kit is designed so the batteries can be upgraded to lithium-phosphate.) Pricing from $8-15,000 for installed low-speed EV range of 8-24 miles.

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